1980 Nissan Patrol vs. 2012 Buick Verano
To start off, 2012 Buick Verano is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 3,244 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick Verano (180 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick Verano should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 578 kg more than 2012 Buick Verano.
Because 1980 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Buick Verano. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Nissan Patrol will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Buick Verano (232 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Patrol. (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Buick Verano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Patrol. 2012 Buick Verano has automatic transmission and 1980 Nissan Patrol has manual transmission. 1980 Nissan Patrol will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Buick Verano will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Nissan Patrol | 2012 Buick Verano | |
| Make | Nissan | Buick |
| Model | Patrol | Verano |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3244 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4671 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2685 mm |
